Belize Trademark Registration

Trademark protection is obtained by registration.

Requirements

A trademark application has to be filed before the Belize Intellectual Property Office (BELIPO) by a local agent. No notarization nor legalization required for the Power of Attorney. Foreign applicants do not need a domestic registration.

Procedure

The application process includes a formal examination, an examination of distinctiveness and a search for prior trademarks. It takes approximately 08-12 months from first filing to registration. Prior to registration, the trademark application must be published in the official gazette within a period of 60 working days. The opposition period is 90 working days from publication date of the application.

Duration

A trademark registration in Belize is valid for 10 years and starts with registration date. The registration is renewable for periods of 10 years.

Methods

NATIONAL REGISTRATION: If you just want to register your Trademark in one country, it is sufficient to apply for a national registration at the local trademark office.

Extra

Duly note, if the trademark has not been used within 3 years from issue of the registration certificate or has not been used later for a continuous period of 3 years, it may be subject to cancellation